Different ways to download files
| Protocol | Download tool | Pros | Cons | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| https | Web browser | The link can directly be opened using a web browser. | The download is done file by file. | Procedure |
| sftp | FTP client | The folder can be fully downloaded with a drag/drop. | A software must be downloaded (e.g. FileZilla). | Procedure |
| sftp | Command line | The folder can be fully downloaded using only one command. | Mac OS or Linux is required. Some skills in command lines are preferable. | Procedure |
Procedure to download your data using FileZilla FTP client
- FileZilla is a free software available for Windows, Mac and Linux.
- You can download it from this webpage. For Windows users who don't have administrator access, download the zip package for Windows from here
- Once downloaded and uncompressed, you get the following interface : enter the host (sftp://transfert-ngs.igbmc.fr), the login and the password (retrieved from the LIMS in the “Download” tab from your project) and click on “Quickconnect”, as described on the screenshot below :
Once you have clicked on “Quickconnect” , you will get the following window:
To download your data, you just need to drag the folder from the right panel to the left panel. You will see the files being downloaded at the bottom of the window.
Once the files have been downloaded, it is highly recommended to check their integrity as described here.
Procedure to download your data using a web browser
You can download your data from a web browser such as Firefox using the following link : https://transfert-ngs.igbmc.fr. Then, you will be asked for your login and password :
Once connected, you will get the following view :
To download your data, right click on each file and select “save link target as”.
Procedure to download your data in command line
You can download your data by opening a terminal and using the sftp command :
sftp login@transfert-ngs.igbmc.fr:delivery/rawdata/* /path/to/save/the/data
The login and pasword are specified in the LIMS in the “Download” tab from your project. Once your entered this command, you will be asked for your project password.
Download problem ?
If you do not manage to connect to the FTP server, please try using another network (for example a public network such as Eduroam). It is possible that the connection problem come from the firewall of your institute.
